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Fatal Tractor Incident Cassville Wisconsin
On August 16, 2024, at about 3:24 PM, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a tractor accident at 8620 Irish Ridge Rd, Cassville, WI. The initial report indicated that a male had been trying to move a tree with a tractor, and somehow, the tractor ended up on top of him. The incident was not witnessed. When emergency personnel arrived at the scene, they found the young male deceased.
"I just want him to come home" 6-foot boa constrictor goes missing in Marion
MARION, Iowa — A Marion family said they're anxiously searching for their beloved pet, Drogo, a six-foot-long, red-tail boa constrictor, who went missing on the evening of Aug. 19. Its owner, Tim Toornman, said the snake slithered away after a brief distraction. “She [Toornman’s daughter] set him down on...
Trial Back On for Northeast Iowa Man Accused of Killing Wife
The trial is back on for a northeast Iowa man accused of killing his wife earlier this year. 40-year-old Brandon Kasemeier is charged with first-degree murder in the death of his estranged wife, Jami Kasemeier. Waukon Police found her deceased inside their residence in the 100 block of 1st Avenue Southwest on January 22nd. Also recovered was an empty handgun case and several fired .22 caliber cartridge casings.
Two suffer minor injuries in Linn County crash
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Two people were treated for minor injuries after a crash in Cedar Rapids on Tuesday morning. The Linn County Sheriff’s Office said it happened at around 10:33 a.m. at the Highway 30 eastbound off ramp to 80th Street. First responders said a red 2013...
Cedar Rapids Launches Disaster Preparation Program For Residents
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- Cedar Rapids is launching a program that can help residents prepare for the next disaster. It's called PACT, and it stands for Prepare, Act, Communicate, and Train. Cedar Rapids Fire Chief, Greg Smith tells Iowa's News Now that “we really developed this program in order to...
New Cedar Rapids Sports Themed Restaurant is Now Open
A new sports-themed restaurant is now open in Cedar Rapids and it looks like the perfect place to celebrate gameday!. We reported back in June that a new sports restaurant was coming to 3025 Mt. Vernon Road in Cedar Rapids. That was the previous location of Mamacita Taco Bar which announced in May that they would be closing. Well, say hello to Pregame Brew and Chew! The new restaurant officially opened for business this week!
Final depth chart projections for Iowa football post-fall camp
Fall camp is officially over as teams prepare for Week 1, or Week 0 if they have a game. Iowa is in the boat of preparing for Week 1 when they will face Illinois State. With fall camp all wrapped up, depth charts are being finalized. There were a couple...
At least two injured in Highway 100 crash, roadway has since reopened
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - At least two people were sent to the hospital after a crash on Highway 100 near Marion on Tuesday. The two-vehicle crash happened at around 3:35 p.m. at Highway 100 and 44th Street. The area was closed to traffic for several hours while first responders worked...
Clinton Police Address Recent Burglaries
The Clinton Police Department has successfully identified individuals believed to be. involved in a series of recent burglaries affecting local businesses. Early this morning,. August 16, 2024, officers located a juvenile male who had previously been reported as a. runaway by his parent or guardian. The juvenile was brought to...
Driver Seriously Injured Making U-Turn In Dubuque Construction Zone
Police say a driver making a U-turn in a construction zone suffered serious injuries in a two-vehicle collision. 36 year old Jennifer Gott of Dubuque was taken by ambulance to MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center for treatment of serious injuries. According to Dubuque police, Gott was making a U-turn in the construction zone on U.S. Highway 61/151 near Kerper Boulevard at approximately 11:30 p.m. Friday when her vehicle was struck broadside by a northbound vehicle driven by 45 year old James Leifker of Cuba City.
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
Iowa Breaks a Record It Hopes to Never Break Again
The state of Iowa broke a 20-year-old record this year and it's a record that Iowans would be perfectly fine with never breaking again. The worst part about this record-setting year is we're only 2/3rds of the way through 2024. There is still plenty of time for the state of Iowa to add to this total tornado count, which is pretty scary.
$3.7 million available to help food projects, here's how to apply
(KOAM) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Heartland Regional Food Business Center (RFBC) have announced over $3.7 million in Business Builder Grants intended to empower small, mid-sized, and diverse food and farm entrepreneurs across Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and northwest Arkansas.
From Iowa To Texas: The Incredible Ride Honoring WASP of WWII
The National Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP) WWII Museum in Sweetwater, Texas, is preparing to honor veteran and avid cyclist Larry Ritland as he embarks on his "WASP Legacy Ride." This remarkable journey, set to take place from September 1 to 28, 2024, will see Ritland cycle from Iowa to Texas in tribute to the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II. Ritland is a Vietnam veteran and is a proud 42-year member of the American Legion.
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